Basil Aioli Recipe
This Basil Aioli is a creamy, flavorful condiment made by blending fresh basil leaves with mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Perfect as a spread for sandwiches or a dipping sauce for fries and chicken tenders, it adds a fresh herbal twist to your meals with minimal effort.
- Author: Lisa
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 1 cup 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup basil leaves, lightly packed (about 30 leaves)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients including mayonnaise, basil leaves, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt for easy processing.
- Blend Aioli: In the bowl of a food processor, combine mayonnaise, basil leaves, garlic cloves, lemon juice, and salt. Cover and blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy. If you don’t have a food processor, finely mince the basil and garlic, then whisk them together with the other ingredients in a bowl until fully incorporated.
- Chill to Meld Flavors: Transfer the basil aioli to a container, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This resting time allows the flavors to blend beautifully and intensify.
- Serve: Use the basil aioli as a delicious condiment on sandwiches, burgers, or as a dipping sauce for fries, chicken tenders, and other snacks.
Notes
- Storage: Store the basil aioli in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. For the freshest flavor, consume within 1-2 days.
- If you don’t have a food processor, finely mincing ingredients and whisking works well.
- This aioli can be customized by adding a pinch of black pepper or a dash of hot sauce for extra kick.
Keywords: Basil aioli, basil mayonnaise, homemade aioli, basil sauce, garlic aioli, sandwich spread, dipping sauce